SWIFT CURRENT –Update: Swift Current Rural RCMP arrested Donny Gurney on June 26 in Swift Current. He is scheduled to appear in Swift Current Provincial Court on June 27.
The stolen F350 truck was also recovered by polic
Original story: Police have issued a warrant for Donny Gurney’s arrest and are asking the public to report sightings and information on his whereabouts.
On June 19, at approximately 8 a.m., Swift Current Rural RCMP received a report of a vehicle theft in the RM of Swift Current.
The investigation determined an unknown individual or individuals approached a rural property, broke into two buildings, and stole a truck. The truck is described as a brown 2005 F350 with Saskatchewan license plate 909 EFZ. It has a silver toolbox and a fifth wheel hitch in the box. It also has a farm company name in white lettering on the driver and passenger side windows.
Investigators believe the break-in occurred early on June 19.
At approximately 4 p.m., Swift Current City RCMP located the suspect vehicle on Sidney Street East in Swift Current. Officers activated their vehicle’s emergency equipment and initiated a traffic stop. The truck did not stop; it fled from police. Officers followed in the direction of the vehicle.
As a result of continued investigation, 28-year-old Donny Gurney from Nekaneet First Nation is charged with possession of property obtained by crime over $5000, flight from peace officer, dangerous driving and failing to comply with probation order.
Saskatchewan RCMP continue work to locate and arrest Gurney and ask members of the public to report sightings and information on his whereabouts.
Donny Gurney is described as 6 feet tall, 180 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. He has multiple tattoos, including the word ‘loyalty’ tattooed on his right wrist, letters tattooed on his fingers, and a chain link fence tattooed on his left hand.
If you see Donny Gurney, do not approach him. Report information about his whereabouts and sightings of the brown truck to police by calling 310-RCMP.
Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
